Pikachu teams up with ramen chain Ippudo to celebrate new Fukuoka Pokémon Center
Following the announcement of its grand opening, Pokémon Center Fukuoka has revealed a range of exclusive merchandise created in collaboration with famous Fukuoka-based businesses.
These exclusive items celebrate the local culture and culinary traditions of the Fukuoka region, offering unique items that blend the charm of Pokémon with the distinct flavors and craftsmanship of Fukuoka.
As previously reported, Pokémon Center Fukuoka has closed and will reopen in the new location later this year.
To celebrate their new, larger, store in Fukuoka, Pokémon Center has launched a collaboration with several iconic business from the area.
Among the most anticipated collaborations is one with Ippudo, a ramen restaurant chain that originated in Fukuoka that now has branches across Japan and internationally in cities across Asia, America and Europe.
This partnership has resulted in a selection of high-quality, co-branded merchandise that allows Pokémon fans to enjoy Ippudo with a Pokémon twist.
The collaboration features authentic Arita ware ramen bowls, the same style as those used in Ippudo’s actual restaurants, with charming designs of Pikachu dressed as a ramen shop owner alongside the legendary Pokémon Latias and Latios.
For those wanting to savor the taste of Ippudo at home, a “2-meal set of Ippudo Silken Tonkotsu Ramen Shiromaru Genmi and Akamaru Shinmi” will also be available.
Completing the culinary-themed offerings are chopsticks and chopstick rest sets, as well as rice spoons, all bearing the collaborative branding.
Let’s take a look at some of the products that will be available as part of the Pokémon and Ippudo collaboration!
- Ippudo Silken Tonkotsu Ramen Shiromaru Original Flavor Akamaru New Flavor 2 meal set
- Ippudo Arita-yaki bowl (Red)
- Ippudo Arita-yaki bowl (White)
- Ippudo mini bowl
- Ippudo chopsticks and chopstick rest set
- Ippudo Rice Spoon: 1,540 yen (tax included)
Pokémon Center Fukuoka has also partnered with Sanui Orimono, a manufacturer of traditional Hakata-ori textiles with a history spanning over 780 years.
Hakata-ori is known for its thick, taut weave, creating luxurious and durable fabrics.
The collaboration has resulted in a range of beautifully crafted items featuring pastel-colored designs of Latias and Latios.
These include a Hakata-ori drawstring bag, perfect for everyday use, and a Hakata-ori pouch with a sophisticated finish, complete with a zipper top and a wooden charm showcasing a Pikachu motif.
Other exquisite items in this collection include a Hakata-ori tumbler mug and a set of two elegant Hakata-ori coasters.
The full range of products available from the Pokémon and Sanui Orimono Hakata-ori collaboration are as follows:
- Sanui Orimono Hakata-ori Drawstring Bag
- Sanui Orimono Hakata-ori Pouch
- Sanui Orimono Hakata-ori Tumbler Mug
- Sanui Orimono Hakata-ori Coaster (Set of 2)
Finally, in a celebration of a classic Fukuoka souvenir, Pokémon Center Fukuoka have collaborated with Menbei, a popular rice cracker snack infused with the delicious flavors of mentaiko (spicy cod roe) and seafood.
The outer box and individual packaging of the “Yamaguchi Aburaya Fukutaro Menbei Plain (6 bags)” will feature charming designs of Pikachu, Latias, and Latios.
- Yamaguchi Aburaya Fukutaro Menbei Plain (6 bags):
All of these products will be available at the new Pokémon Center Fukuoka store in the Hakata Marui department store when it opens to the public on July 27th, 2025.
The new store will also offer a range of Fukuoka-inspired Pokémon merchandise including plush toys, t-shirts and stickers.
Source: PR Times
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